Post Your Greatest Activism Resources Here

Here's some google video searches:

http://video.google....earch?q=Ruppert
also worth trying, Mike C Ruppert and Michael C Ruppert of cop v cia fame.


http://video.google....eosearch?q=Gore
Also worth trying, An Inconvenient Truth and generally just type in any word like Environment, Climate, Sustainable, Geoscience, Ecoscience etc

more to be added soon....
(much praise for google video for the couch internet surfer... so many too lazy to read the geniusnesseseses)

while were in the mood for video

http://www.pot-tv.net i reccomend searching through their archives for "soma" very enlightening and intreaging.



Here's some site's that offer Solutions as well as other educative informations. (by popular demand):

http://www.activeremedy.org.uk/ my personal favourite. also, you can take the tip from this site without having to go to the far reaches of the world.


http://educate-yourself.org/ this is the type of site that if in wikipedia, it'd get a little "disputed" symbol on it, if on google it'd have a questionable trusted thing (no spam though), but i'm glad someone is talking about it. you don't get this stuff many other places. "forbidden cures" n stuffs.


Here's some sites that are just plain old valuable sources of information:

Erowid, the mecca of research on substance use. know what goes in your body! http://www.erowid.org it has saved so many lives.

http://www.ukcia.org high quality resource for both news and library of information on cannabis and the cannabis campaign, primarily for UK, but much global stuffs too.

http://www.norml.org kinda like ukcia but for the USA

ok, how many places do you wanna get it from. it's been around since 1994, on marijuana.net and many more... here's the search for the most robust and valuable single piece of cannabis info. sure theres loads more... but this one is the one that personally has convinced me of the necessity for cannabis and continues to convince many more... http://www.google.co...=utf-8&oe=utf-8 also try a search for Jack Herer's $10,000 or $100,000 challenge



PS, note to mods... if you already know of a thread like this (theres gotta be, surely) please merge and sticky, mibies?

aight, looks like another site was more on the case with this idea than us lamers at gc.











n here's the C&P of it as it was when posting:

What is all this?

This is currently an alphabetical list of cannabis activism related links, that will ultimately become a FAQ. It is primarily meant to provide readers of this forum a quick list of links to information on many cannabis organizations, medical and social studies, landmark legal cases, historical current activism events. It is by no means a complete list, and will continue to be updated on an ongoing basis. If you have an organization event, person or study that you believe should be on this list, please suggest it either in this thread or shoot me a pm. I am aware that probably because my focus is on US activism that other areas are not as well represented and am especially looking to expand the list to include just as many international organizations, studies and activists/events.

How do I find what I am looking for? [/B]

As mentioned the titles of the links are in alphabetical order, all links include a source, a decription and most have keywords - and to find what you are looking for, you can easily use the find feature on your browser (I use CTL + F) just type in a search term (like rainbow farms or multple sclerosis) and hit enter until you find the information on the page.








http://janus.state.m...5sec5821-a.html '> §5821-A. Property not subject to forfeiture based on medical use of marijuana Source: state of maine Description: Medical Marijuana exemption from asset seizutes Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.petermcwi..._interview.html '> 20/20 Interview with Peter McWilliams Source: petermcwilliams.org Description: Interview with Peter McWilliams who was denied his medical marijuana by the court system. Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.ccrmg.org/ '> A 501 non-profit that publishes O'Shaughnessy's Journal of the Califonia Cannabis Research Medical Group Source: California Cannabis Research Medical Group Description: A 501 non-profit that publishes O'Shaughnessy's Journal of the Califonia Cannabis Research Medical Group Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.cfdp.ca/bchoc.pdf '> A Public Health Approach to Drug Control in Canada Source: Canadian Foundation for Drug Policy Description: Study on Harm reduction from the House Officers Council of British Columbia, Oct 2005 Keywords: Research , Government Studies , Harm Reduction , Canada , Drug Policy [/list]http://action.aclu.o...rts_drug_policy '> ACLU Action alerts Source: ACLU Description: ACLU Action alerts Keywords: Take Action , Activism , ACLU , Drug Law Reform , Civil Liberties [/list]http://actioncenter....icy.org/action/ '> Action Center Source: Drug Policy Alliance Description: Drug Policy Alliance Action Alerts Keywords: Activism , Action , , , [/list]http://www.norml.org...m?Group_ID=3391 '> Active State Medical Marijuana Programs Source: Norml Description: State by State Guide to Active Medical Marijuana Programs Keywords: Resource , Medical Marijuana , Laws/Regulation , State Law , [/list]http://www.mapinc.org/resource/maf.htm '> Activism Resouce Center Source: MAP Description: Hints on writng letters, organizing events, dealing with media and much more. An invaluable tool for activism Keywords: Activism , Action , Research , , [/list]http://www.drugs.gov...rugs-laws/acmd/ '> Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs Source: Home Office Description: The official UK government site on drug strategy, demand reduction, licensing, classification and laws Keywords: Research , UK Law , Drug Policy , , [/list]http://www.alternet....gs/video/69529/ '> AlterNet Source: WAMM Description: John Sinclair first emerged out of his small-town Michigan background to forge a legendary course through the 1960s as a cultural activist manager of the MC5 and Chairman of the White Panther Party. An early victim of the War on Drugs who faced 20 years to life in prison for giving two joints to an undercover policewoman Sinclair served 29 months of a 9-1/2-to-10-year sentence before his legal victory on appeal changed the law for good. - The long campaign waged by Sinclair culminated in a massive John Sinclair Freedom Rally headlined by John Lennon & Yoko Ono Stevie Wonder Bob Seger Phil Ochs Allen Ginsberg and Bobby Seale that resulted in Sinclair's release from prison on December 13 1971—just three days after the event. Keywords: Activism , Activist , Legalization , Protests , [/list]http://www.ama-assn....gory/13625.html '> AMA Featured Report: Medical Marijuana Source: American Medical Association Description: The American Medical Association's Report on Medical Marijuana Keywords: Research , Medical Marijuana , , , [/list]http://www.americanmarijuana.org/ '> American Medical Marijuana Association Source: American Medical Marijuana Association Description: Organization recognized by the White House as promoting medical marijuana law reform Keywords: Resource , Medical Marijuana , Drug Policy Reform , US Law , Harm Reduction [/list]http://www.medicalca...com/PDF/ANA.pdf '> American Nurses Association Medical Marijuana Safe Access Resolution Source: Cannabis as medicine Description: American Nurses Association Medical Marijuana Safe Access Resolution Keywords: Resource , Medical Marijuana , Health , Supportive Organizations , Medical Professional [/list]http://www.safeaccessnow.org/ '> Americans for Safe Access Source: Americans for Safe Access Description: Advancing Legal Medical Marijuana Therapies and Research Keywords: Resource , Activiam , Drug War , Drug Law Reform , Harm Reduction [/list]http://antiquecannabisbook.com/ '> Antique Cannabis Book Source: AntiqueCannabis Description: Features products and documents pertaining to cannabis pre 1937 Keywords: Research , Historical , Medical Use , , [/list]http://www.safeacces...cle.php?id=3230 '> ASA's April Newsletter (2006 Source: Americans For Safe Access Description: Details continued raids by federal agents against medical marijuana growers and dispensaries Keywords: medical marijuana , cultivation , Jury Nullification , , [/list]http://www.ndsn.org/...g98/medmj5.html '> Author Peter McWilliams Arrested in Todd McCormick Medical Marijuana Cultivation Case Source: National Drug Strategy Network Description: Article about the arrest of author Peter McWilliams and grower/activist Todd McCormick Keywords: Research , Medical Marijuana , Activist , Article , Truth in Trials [/list]http://action.aclu.o...ective_activism '> Becoming an Effective and Efficient Activist Source: ACLU Description: How to: Call your Members of Congress, Meet with elected officials, Write and Effective Letter to the Editor and Present information to Elected Officials Keywords: Action , , , , [/list]http://www.november.org/BottomsUp/ '> Bottoms Up, A Guide to GrassRoots Activism Source: November Coalition Description: ... compiled and updated by the staff of the November Coalition. Using the experiences of hundreds of community volunteers, Bottoms Up is a comprehensive step-by-step primer in how to educate the public and get the social change you want. Keywords: Resource , Activism Guide , Medical Marijuana , Medical Marijuana Activsm , grass roots [/list]http://www.equalrigh...h/BACHcore.html '> Business Alliance for Commerce in Hemp Source: EqualRights4All Description: Information on the use and business of Industrial Hemp Keywords: hemp , industrial hemp , , , [/list]http://www.chrisconr...ss/sb420-03.htm '> California Senate Bill 420 (HS 11362.7) Source: chrisconrad.com Description: Text and information on SB 420 Keywords: State law , California , Medical Marijuana , , [/list]http://archives.cbc....marijuana/clip6 '> Canada's most flamboyant post activist (David Malmo-Levine Source: CBC Description: Arcticle by CBC on David Malmo-Levine Keywords: Research , Activism , Activist , Truth in Trials , Canadian Activism [/list]http://www.cfdp.ca/ '> Canadian Foundation for Drug Policy Source: Canadian Foundation for Drug Policy Description: Advocates of drug policy reform in Canada Keywords: Action , Non-Profit , Harm Reduction , Canada , Drug Policy [/list]http://www.mapinc.org/cmap/ '> Canadian MAP Source: MAP Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.canorml.o...op/cbclist.html '> Cannabis Patients Cooperatives and Support Groups Source: Cal NORML Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.csdp.org/ '> Common Sense for Drug Policy Source: Common Sense for Drug Policy Description: Common Sense for Drug Policy homepage Keywords: dot.org , Research , Reform , , [/list]http://www.cato.org/current/drug-war/ '> Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement - Drug Prohibition Source: Cato Institute Description: Compilation of the Cato institutions research, opinions and contribution to the Drug Policy Reform Efforts Keywords: Research , Library/Research , Drug Reform , , [/list]http://www.deatargetsamerica.com/ '> DEA targets America Source: DEA targets America Description: Opening eyes to the Damage Caused by the Drug War Keywords: Research , Policy Reform , DEA , harm reduction , [/list]http://www.publicati...1031/103102.htm '> Drug classification: making a hash of it? Source: UK Parliament Description: July 2006 House of Commons Science and Technology Committee report on the drug classification system Keywords: Research , UK Law , Drug Policy , , [/list]http://www.druglibra...yths/myths1.htm '> Drug Legalization: Myths and Misconception Source: Schaffer Library of Drug Policy Description: From the US Dept of Justice - their strategy to keep the status quo. Keywords: Research , Article , opposition , , [/list]http://www.drugpolicy.org/homepage.cfm '> Drug Policy Alliance Source: Drug Policy Alliance Description: Keywords: Activism , , .org , , [/list]http://www.drugpolicy.org/library/ '> Drug Policy Library Source: Drug Policy Alliance Description: Keywords: Research , library , , , [/list]http://ga0.org/drcnet/home.html '> Drug Reform Coordination Network ~ StoptheDrugWar.org Source: DRCNet Description: Drug Reform Coordination Network ~ StoptheDrugWar.org Keywords: Action , US , International , , [/list]http://www.drugwarfacts.org/ '> Drug War Facts Source: Drug War Facts Description: Get the Facts and answer to Prohibition Propaganda Keywords: Research , Action , , , [/list]http://blogs.salon.com/0002762/ '> Drug War Rant Source: Salon Description: Drug War Rant by Pete Guither Daily musings of Pete about the Drug War and need for reform Keywords: Blog , , , , [/list]http://www.drugwar.com/propaganda.shtm '> Drug War: Propaganda Source: DrugWar.com Description: Drug War: Covert Money, Power & Policy: Propaganda. A brief history of the beginning of the prohibitoin of drugs in the late 19th snd early 20th century. Keywords: history , research , , , [/list]http://drugnews.org/ '> Drugnews Archive Source: Drugnews.org Description: Archive of Newspaper Articles Keywords: Research , Library , Articles , , [/list]http://www.drugsense...php?name=Alerts '> DrugSense Focus Alerts Source: DrugSense Description: DrugSense Focus Alerts Keywords: Activism , Action , , , [/list]http://www.mapinc.org/mapnl/ '> Dutch MAP Source: MAP Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://stopthedrugwa...rosenthal.shtml '> Ed Rosenthall's Federal Cultivation Convictions Overturnted 4/26/2006 Source: Stop the Drug War .org Description: Will they reprosecute Ed? Keywords: medical marijuana , cultivation , Jury Nullification , , [/list]http://www.freedomto...m/trialpics.htm '> Ed Rosenthal's Medical Marijuana Trial Pictures and News Articles Source: Freedom to Exhale Description: Keywords: medical marijuana , cultivation , Jury Nullification , , [/list]http://www.efficacy-online.org/ '> Effiacy Source: Effiacy-online.org Description: NPO "advocating peaceful ways to respond to social problems" and aim to "challenge the mentality of the drug war" Keywords: Action , Drug War , Drug Reform , Rights , Harm Reduction [/list]http://www.csdp.org/...icacyreport.pdf '> Efficacy & Impact: The Criminal Justice Response to Marijuana Policy in the US Source: Common Sense for Drug Policy Description: Study from the Justice Policy Institute on the effects and efficiency of the U.S. Drug policy. Keywords: Research , Article/Study , , , [/list]http://www.erowid.or.../cannabis.shtml '> Erowid Cannabis Vault Source: Erowid Description: The Cannabis Page of the Erowid Vaults a member-supported organization that provides information about psychoactive plants and chemicals Keywords: Research , Library/resource , Medical Research , , [/list]http://www.drugwarfa...rg/medicalm.pdf '> Factbook: Medical Marijuana Source: Drug WarFActs Description: PDF 6 pages of facts on Medical Marijuana from Drug War FActs.org Keywords: Research , Medical Marijuana , State Rights , Studies , [/list]http://www.raiseyour...lingthrough.pdf '> Falling Through the Cracks Source: Raise your Voice Description: Report on the Loss of State Based Financial Aid Eligibility for Students Affected by the Federal Higher Education Act Drug Provision Keywords: Research , US Law , Drug Policy , , [/list]http://www.famm.org/index2.htm '> Families Against Mandatory Minimums Source: Families Against Mandatory Minimums Description: Founded in 1991 to challenge mandatory sentencing laws. Keywords: dot.org , , , , [/list]http://www.ffdlr.org.au/ '> Families and Friends for Drug Law Reform Source: Families and Friends for Drug Law Reform Description: committed to preventing tragedy that arises from illicit drug use Keywords: Drug Law Reform , Activism , Australia , , [/list]http://www.famm.org/...tion_center.htm '> FAMM Action Center Source: Families Against Mandatory Minimums Description: FAMM Community Action Network, Beginners Guide, Action Campaign and Reformer Profiles Keywords: Action , , , , [/list]http://stopthedrugwa...raldamage.shtml '> Feature: Look for More No-Knock Raids, More Collateral Damage in Wake of Supreme Court Ruling, Experts Warn Source: Stop the Drug War.org Description: Article on the Supreme Court decisions regarding the legality of evidence gathered in no-knock raids by police Keywords: Research , Article , No-Knock , Civil Liberties , US Law [/list]http://www.ffdlr.org...tGuidelines.htm '> Federal Election Guidelines Source: Families and Friends for Drug Law Reform Description: The purpose of these guidelines is to help members raise awareness about the issues surrounding illegal drugs among candidates for election. Keywords: Drug Law Reform , Activism , Australia , , [/list]http://www.norml.org...=4575#mandatory '> Federal Penalties for Marijuana Posession Source: Norml Description: Keywords: federal law , research , law , , [/list]http://www.fear.org/ '> Forfeiture Endangers American Rights Source: FEAR Description: Non-Profit "dedicated to reform of federal and state asset forfeiture laws" Keywords: .org , activsm , , , [/list]http://www.onlinepot...ical/drform.htm '> Form for you & your doctor to fill out to determine Medical Eligibility for Medical Marijuana Source: Onlinepot.org Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.norml.org...m?Group_ID=3407 '> Freedom Card Source: Norml Description: The U.S. Constitution prohibits the government from interfering with your right to remain silent. Keywords: Civil Rights , Action , , US Law , dot.org [/list]http://www.mapinc.org/pamf/ '> French MAP Source: MAP Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.cato.org/...riefs/raich.pdf '> Friends of the Court Brief in the Angel Raich (vs John Ashroft) Source: CATO Institute Description: Document Filed before the supreme court, arguing for Angel Raich Keywords: Research , US Law , Medical marijuana , , [/list]http://www.mapinc.org/mapde/ '> German Map Source: MAP Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.csdp.org/whattodo.htm '> Getting Active: What Can I Do? Source: Common Sense for Drug Policy Description: "Get Informed -- Get Motivated -- Get Active" the page that tells you how to do it! Keywords: Resource , Take Action , Activism Tools , , [/list]http://www.norml.org...m?Group_ID=3382 '> Government & Private Commissions Supporting Marijuana Law Reform Source: Norml Description: List of Studies and Gov't commisssions that support the legalizations of Marijuana Keywords: Research , Article , , Truth in Trials , [/list]http://www.green-aid...edrosenthal.htm '> Green Aid: About Ed Rosenthal Source: GreenAID Description: Who is Ed Rosenthal? Why does the federal government want to put him in jail. Diaries, Background, Op/Ed & News Articles and Statements by Ed. Keywords: medical marijuana , cultivation , Jury Nullification , , [/list]http://www.safeacces...cle.php?id=1296 '> Guide to Organizing Court Support Source: Safe Access Description: Court support is a group of tactics used to support a patient or caregiver while they are going through state and federal legal systems Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.planetgan...ead.php?t=27705 '> GW Pharma linked to forces opposing Colo. prop? Source: PG Description: Discussion and information about GW Pharmaceuticals link to opposition against Prop 44 Keywords: Local Laws , Discussion , Pharmaceuticals , , [/list]http://www.cato.org/...php?pub_id=3307 '> Helping Justice Overcome a Flawed Policy Source: CATO Institute Description: Article by Clay Conrad: Discusses the Ed Rosenthall conviction and the concept and ramifications of the use of jury nullification in medical marijuana trials Keywords: Research , Article , Medical marijuana , Libertarian , US Law [/list]http://www.druglibra...ory/HISTORY.HTM '> Historical Research on Drug Policy Source: Schaffer Library of Drug Policy Description: Historical Research Articles Recommended by the Schaefer Drug Policy Library Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.norml.org...3418#question15 '> How Can I help? Source: Norml Description: Keywords: Activism , Action , faq answer source , opposition , [/list]http://www.vote-smar...?sig_id=003784M '> How does my Representantive Stand on the Issues? Source: Vote Smart Description: Find out at vote smart Keywords: Civil Rights , Action , , , [/list]http://www.hr95.org/ '> Human Rights and the Drug War Source: hr95.org Description: "...Multi-media project the combines the stories and photos of Drug War POW's with facts and figures about the US Drug War" Keywords: Exhibition , Drug War , Prisoners , Rights , Harm Reduction [/list]http://www.changethe...tv/imagine.html '> Imagine Source: Change the Climate Description: A video from Change the climate Keywords: , Video/Blog , Drug Policy Reform , , [/list]http://www.drugawareness.org/ '> International Drug Awareness Source: drugawareness.org Description: Educational site on the dangers of prescription drugs. Keywords: Research , Journal , Harm Reduction , Prescription Drugs , [/list]http://www.time.com/...1104/tgood.html '> Is America Going To Pot Source: TimeMagazine Description: 2002 comprehensive article on pot and medical marijuana history and the effects on our society. Keywords: Research , Drug War , Medical Marijuana , Article , [/list]http://www.jackherer.com/index.html '> Jack Herer's Home on the Web Source: JackHerer.com Description: The site of Jack Herer, author of The Emperor Wears No Clothes. Information about Hemp and Prohibition. Keywords: Research , Hemp , History , Prohibition , Authors [/list]http://www.fija.org/ '> Jurors Guide Source: Fully Informed Jury Association Description: Fully Informed Jury Association, American Jury Institute Keywords: Research , Action , Jury Nullification , , [/list]http://www.lca-uk.org/ '> Legalize Cannabis Alliance Source: LCA Description: UK Political Party for the legalization of Cannabis Keywords: Action , UK politics , UK Law , , [/list]http://library.soros...lindesmith.html '> Lindesmith Library Source: soros Description: Search the Lindesmith Library for studies, and information on drug policy found no where else. Keywords: Research , library , , , [/list]http://www.safeacces...yguidelines.htm '> Local Medical Marijuana Guidelines Source: Safe Access Description: Guidelines adopted by cities and counties for the use of medical marijuana. Keywords: Resource , Medical Marijuana , Laws and Regulation , , [/list]http://www.mapinc.org/ '> M.A.P. Source: The Media Awareness Project Description: Great Resource for Information about media coverage and hints on activism and alertsfrom Drug Sense Keywords: Activism , clippings archive , media watch dog , , [/list]http://www.druglibra...ies/studies.htm '> Major Studies of Drugs and Drug Policy Source: Schaffer Library of Drug Policy Description: Comprehensive Compilation of Drug Policy Studies done since 1894 Keywords: Research , Library/Resource , , , [/list]http://www.norml.org...m?Group_ID=5450 '> Marijuana and Driving: A review of the Scientific Evidence Source: Norml Description: Keywords: Research , Study , Drugged Driving Laws , , [/list]http://www.mayoclini...rijuana/GA00014 '> Marijuana as medicine? Pros and cons Source: Mayo Clinic Description: Apparently it works, but its still illegal. From the Mayo Clinic, NIDA's best friend in the medical field Keywords: Research , Medical Marijuana , Health , Studies , Medical Professional [/list]http://www.canorml.o...ealthmyths.html '> Marijuana Health Mythology Source: CA Norml Description: Thought provoking breakdown of the myths that surround marijuana and your health Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.alternet.org/story/11499/ '> Marijuana Killings at Rainbow Farm, Source: alternet.com Description: By Robert Downes Northern Express Weekly posted Sept 13, 2001 Keywords: Rainbow farms , oppression , Activism History , , [/list]http://www.marijuanalibrary.org/ '> Marijuana Library .org Source: Marijuana Library .org Description: Keywords: Research , Library , , , [/list]http://www.druglibra...emp/mjmedhb.htm '> Marijuana Medical Handbook, By Tod Mikuriya MD Source: Schaeffer Drug Library Description: The history and uses of cannabis as treament in medicine. Keywords: medical marijuana , , , , [/list]http://library.wustl...0721.28588.html '> Marijuana Medical Papers (1839-1972) Source: Washington University, St Louis Library Description: Edited by Tod H. Mikuriya, MD Library of Congress Catalog Card Number 72-87736 Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.drugpolic...ana/factsmyths/ '> Marijuana Myths & Facts Source: Drug Policy Alliance Description: Keywords: Research , Article , , , [/list]http://www.drugtext....ing04_Page1.htm '> Marijuana Use and Mortality Source: drugtext.org Description: Kaiser Permanete Study on Marijuana Mortality Rates Keywords: Research , Scientific/Medical Study , Kaiser , , [/list]http://www.medboardwatch.com/ '> Med Board Watch Source: Med Board Watch Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.mapinc.org/mcod/ '> Media Contact On Demand Source: Map Description: Media Contact Information Keywords: Activism , Action , Research , , [/list]http://althealthsys....edicolegal.html '> Medical Board of California v Tod H. Mikuriya, M.D. Source: Alternative Health Systems Description: Background and legal documents on the persecution of Dr. Mikuriya for prescribing cannibinoids for patients Keywords: medical marijuna , Research , Californial Law , Federal Law , [/list]http://www.wsma.org/...s/med_mari.html '> Medical Marijuana Source: Washington State Medical Association Description: Keywords: Washington State , Law , Medical Marijuana , Article , [/list]http://www.cdphe.sta...ijuanaforms.asp '> Medical Marijuana application and instructions Source: State of Colorado Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.doh.wa.go...naFactSheet.doc - '> Medical Marijuana FAQ Source: Washington State Description: Word Document format from the State of Washington about medical marijuana Keywords: Resource , Medical Marijuana , State of Washington , Regulations , [/list]http://www.cdphe.sta...nafactsheet.asp '> Medical Marijuana FAQ sheet Source: State of Colorado Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.dhs.ca.go...ees/default.htm '> Medical Marijuana Fees Source: State of California Description: About the fees set forth in SB 420 - for the California Medical Marijuana program Keywords: Resource , Medical Marijuana , State of California , Regulations , [/list]http://www.maps.org/mmj/ '> Medical Marijuana Research Source: MAP Description: Keywords: Research , Library/archive , medical marijuana , , [/list]http://www.medical-m...stimonials.org/ '> Medical-Marijuana Testimonials Source: Medical-Marijuana Testimonials Description: Testimonials of Doctors and Patients, downloadable posters for your next protest event Keywords: medical marijuana , activism , research , , [/list]http://www.medicalmj.org/ '> MedicalMJ.org - Medical Marijuana News and Facts Source: MedicalMj.org Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://petermcwilliams.org/ '> Memorial for Peter McWilliams, 1950-2000 Source: petermcwilliams.org Description: Contains the works of Peter McWilliams the award winning Writer and Medical Marijuana Acitivst Keywords: bio , oppression , medical marijuana , , [/list]http://rainbowfarmcamp.com/ '> Memorial Site for Rainbow FarmVandalia, Michigan Source: http://rainbowfarmcamp.com/ Description: Memorial Site for Rainbow FarmVandalia, Michigan the Waco of Marijuana Prohibition Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.mpp.org '> MPP Source: Marijuana Policy Project Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://action.mpp.or...tionCenter.aspx '> MPP Action Center Source: Marijuana Policy Project Description: MPP Action alerts Keywords: Activism , Action , , , [/list]http://www.ndsn.org/ '> National Drug Strategy Network Source: National Drug Strategy Network Description: Supported by the Criminal Justice Policy Foundation, links to many relevant sites in relevance to the subject of Drug Strategy Keywords: Resource , Links , Justice System , US Drug Policy , [/list]http://antiquecannab...x/AppendixD.htm '> National Formulary - Entry on Cannabis Source: AntiqueCannabis Description: Entries in the United States National Formulary on Cannabis - Before Government entities removed cannabis from the publication, post prohibition Keywords: Research , Historical , Medical Use , , [/list]http://www.ccrmg.org...ewportbeach.pdf '> Newport Beach Califonia Police Training Bulletin on Medical Marijuana Source: ccrmg.org Description: Training bulletin from 2003 explaining why medical marijuana does not mean that they do not have probable cause to search Keywords: Local Laws , Law Enforcemnet , Medical Marijuana , Probable cause , MMJ Procedure [/list]http://www.november....d/26/page1.html '> November.org article / memorial for Rollie and Tom Source: November.org Description: Keywords: , , , Truth in Trials , [/list]http://www.dhs.ca.gov/mmp/ '> Office of County Health Services - California Medical Marijuana Program Source: State of California Description: State of California official Medical Marijuana Program page. Keywords: Resource , Medical Marijuana , State of California , Regulations , [/list]http://www.deatargetsamerica.com/ '> Opening Eyes to the Damage Caused by the Drug War Source: deatargetsamerica.com Description: Introduction: "This site is a response/supplement to the DEA museum exhibit: "Target America: Opening Eyes to the Damage Drugs Cause" (at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago). It also serves as an opportunity for people to learn more about the drug war and the failures of Prohibition 2." Keywords: Research , US Drug Policy , DEA , harm reduction , [/list]http://www.ccrmg.org/journal.html '> O'Shaughnessy's Journal of the Califonia Cannabis Research Medical Group Source: California Cannabis Research Medical Group Description: The journal by physicians who are striving to explore and document the use of cannibinoids in clinical trials and medical practice. Keywords: pain releif , medical marijuana , , , [/list]http://www.cato.org/...php?pub_id=6476 '> Overkill: The Rise of Paramilitary Police Raids in America Source: CATO Institute Description: White paper by Radley Balko of the CATO institute on the use and abuse of Paramilitary Police tactics Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.catostore...=15&pid=1441318 '> Overkill: The Rise of Paramilitary Police Raids in America by Radly Balko Source: Cato Institute Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://medicalcannabis.com/ '> Patients Out of Time Source: Medical Cannabis.com Description: Medical marijuana advocacy, cannabis medicine, clinical conferences Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://antiquecannab...p4/Tincture.htm '> Pharmaceutical Company Manufacturers of Cannabis Tinctures Source: AntiqueCannabis Description: Pharmaceutical Company Manufacturers of Cannabis Tinctures Keywords: Research , Historical , Medical Use , , [/list]http://www.mapinc.or....n1305.a07.html '> Playboy Story on the Rainbow Farms Tragedy Source: Mapinc.org Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://americanmarij...nks.tumors.html '> Pot Shrinks Tumors Source: American Medical Marijuana Association Description: Article about research that marijuana can shrink tumors, was named by Project Censored as a "Top Censored Story of 2000." Keywords: Research , Studies , Censorship , Medical Use , Scientific Study [/list]http://www.efficacy-...b_FlowChart.pdf '> Prohibition Flow Chart Source: Effiacy Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.raiseyourvoice.com/ '> Raise your Voice Source: Raise your Voice Description: Site dedicated to repealing the Drug Provision of the Higher Education Act Keywords: Action , US Law , Drug Policy , , [/list]http://apps.leg.wa.g...9.51A&full=true '> RCW Chapter 69:51A: Medical Marijuana Source: Washington State Description: State of Washington lesgislation on Medical Marijuana Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://apps.leg.wa.g...aspx?cite=69.51 '> RCW's Title 36, Chapter 69:51 "Controlled Substances therapeutic research act Source: Washington State Description: State of Washington's Controlled substances therapeutic research act Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.drcnet.org/nycla.html '> Report and Recommendations of the Drug Policy Task Force", Oct. 1996 Source: DRCNet Description: Report on alternatives to current drug policies by a "blue-ribbon" panel, sponsored by the New York Country Lawyers Association. (rel 1996) Keywords: Research , Study , Drug Policy Reform , , [/list]http://www.csdp.org/research/ '> Research Archive Source: Common Sense for Drug Policy Description: Provides a Variety of up to date source studies on drug policy and reform Keywords: Research , library/resource , , , [/list]http://www.druglibra...affer/index.htm '> Schaffer Library of Drug Policy Source: Schaffer Library of Drug Policy Description: Keywords: Research , library/resource , , , [/list]http://www.sensiblecolorado.org/ '> Sensible Colorado - Working for an effective drug policy Source: Sensible Colorado Description: Keywords: medical marijuana , cultivation , Jury Nullification , , [/list]http://www.druglibra...iz/contents.htm '> Speaking Out Against Drug Legalization - DRCNet Response Source: Schaffer Library of Drug Policy Description: The DEA speaks out against Drug Legalization and DRCNet Responds giving you the tools to answer the arguments. Keywords: Research , Action , , , [/list]http://www.norml.org...m?Group_ID=4516 '> State By State Marijuana Laws and Penalties Source: Norml Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.druglibra...vist/strats.htm '> Strategies and Tips for Activists Source: Schaffer Library of Drug Policy Description: Strategies and Tips for Activists, Including answers to Specifiic Arguments put forth by the Drug Warriors Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.ssdp.org/ '> Students for Sensible Drug Policy Source: Students for Sensible Drug Policy Description: Students for Sensible Drug Policy Keywords: , , , US Laws , [/list]http://www.druglibra...y/graphs/06.htm '> Substance Abuse Related Death Source: Schaffer Library of Drug Policy Description: Ever wonder how many deaths occur from Illicit drugs? The answer may surprise you. Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.safeacces...t=type&type=137 '> Take Action! Source: Americans for Safe Access Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.safeacces...cle.php?id=2707 '> The ABCs of Citizen Advocacy Source: Americans for Safe Access Description: A Guide for Medical Cannabis Activists Keywords: Resource , Activism Guide , Medical Marijuana , Medical Marijuana Activsm , grass roots [/list]http://www.druglibra...es/cu/cu56.html '> The Consumbers Union Report on Licit and Illicit Drugs, Edward M. Brecher and the Editors of Consumer Reports Magazine, 1972 Source: Schaeffer Drug Library Description: Chapter 56. Marijuana is outlawed. Keywords: Research , Government Reports and Studies , Prohibition History , US Laws , [/list]http://www.drugsense.org/wodclock.htm '> The Drug War Clock Source: Drug Sense Description: How much has the War on Drugs cost us this year? Keywords: Research , , , , [/list]http://www.druglibra...ory/whiteb1.htm '> The History of the Non-Medical Use of Drugs in the United States Source: Schaffer Library of Drug Policy Description: Useful in understanding how the drug laws were brought into existence and the impact Keywords: Research , Article/Study , , , [/list]http://www.druglibra...xact/taxact.htm '> The Marijuana Tax Act of 1937 Source: Schaffer Library of Drug Policy Description: Before this nefarious act, cannabis and hemp were grown freely, and no one had ever heard of marijuana! Keywords: Research , Library Resource , Congressional Records , , [/list]http://www.nationalm...k-Marijuana.asp '> The MS Informational Sourcebook, from the National MS Society Source: MS Society Description: Summary of the MS Society's non- stance on the use of Marijuana / Cannabis in the treatment of MS. Keywords: Research , Medical Marijuana , Health , Multiple Sclerosis , [/list]http://www.november.org/ '> The November Coalition Source: The November Coalition Description: Non-Profit Grassroots organization dedicated to ending the drug war and advocates for drug war prisoners and thier families Keywords: dot.org , activism , action , , [/list]http://medmjscience.org/ '> The Science of Medical Marijuana Source: The Science of Medical Marijuana Description: Links to Medical Marijuana Studies and download of the Institute of Medicine Report Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://nationalrevie...feb96/drug.html '> The War on Drugs Is Lost Source: National Review Description: 1996 Article from the conservative magazine, National Review. Featuring opinions from Wm F. Buckley and others Keywords: Research , Drug War , Prohibition , Drug Policy Reform , [/list]http://janus.state.m...2sec2383-b.html '> Title 22 -2383-B "Medical Marijuana Exempthion Source: state of maine Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.mikuriya.com/index.html '> Tod H. Mikuriya, M.D. Source: mikuriya.com Description: Website of Medical Cannabis expert, Tod H. Mikuriya, M.D. Keywords: Research , Activist , Medical Marijuana , Federal Law vs State Law , Medical Professional [/list]http://en.wikipedia..../Todd_McCormick '> Todd McCormick Source: wikipedia Description: Wiki Article on Todd McCormick, medical marijuana patient and activist, who was jailed for cultivating marijuana. Keywords: Research , Activist , Medical Marijuana , Medical Marijuana Cultivation , [/list]http://www.safeacces...cle.php?id=1776 '> Todd McCormick Profile Source: Americans for Safe Access Description: Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.safeacces...ieldsdosage.htm '> Tools for Activists: Cannabis Yields and Dosage Source: Safe Access Description: Study of the science and legalities of calculationg medical marijuana Keywords: Resource , Medical Marijuana , Laws and Regulation , , [/list]http://www.csdp.org/...in_analysis.pdf '> Treating Doctors as Drug Dealers Source: Common Sense for Drug Policy Description: Policy Analysis from the CATO institute addressing the issues of the DEA interfereing with doctors prescription treatment of patients for pain Keywords: Research , Article/Study , , , [/list]http://www.ukcia.org/ '> UK Cannabis Internet Activists Source: UKCIA Description: The website of the British Legalise Cannabis Campaigns Keywords: Action , UK politics , UK Law , , [/list]http://www.csdp.org/...rugs_report.pdf '> UK Government Strategy Unit Phase 1 Report: Understanding the Issues Source: Common Sense for Drug Policy Description: Report on UK Drug Policy that was originally withheld from the public by the Strategy Unit, Office of the Prime Minister, United Kingdom Keywords: Research , Article/Study , , , [/list]http://www.ukcia.org/library/ '> UKCIA Library Source: UKCIA Description: Library includes News, Research and Law Data bases as well as an Archive of articles and Activist Events and speeches Keywords: Research , Library/resource , UK Activism , , [/list]http://antiquecannab...x/AppendixC.htm '> United States Pharmacopea - Entry on Cannabis Source: AntiqueCannabis Description: Entries in the United States Pharmacopia on Cannabis - Before Government entities removed cannabis from the publication, over the protests of the American Medical Association Keywords: Research , Historical , Medical Use , , [/list]http://www.safeacces...icle.php?id=354 '> Upcoming court dates of medical marijuana patients, caregivers or doctors. Source: Safe Access Description: Useful for organizing support for those who face jail for growing/using or recommending medical marijuana Keywords: Action , Activism , Medical Marijuana , US Legal System , [/list]http://www.vcl.org/Library/Library.htm '> VCL Library Source: VCL Description: Virtual Library Keywords: Research , library , Drug Reform , US Legal System , Professiona Organization [/list]http://www.vcl.org/introduc.htm '> Volunteer Committee of Lawyers Source: VCL Description: Judges and Lawyers Group modeled after the a group of the same name who worked to repeal prohibition in 1933. Keywords: Activism , , .org , , [/list]http://www.washingto...5&notFound=true '> Was Rainbow Farm Another Waco? Source: Washington Post Description: Marijuana Advocates Tom Crosslin and Rollie Rohm Sensed the Government Was Out To Get Them. And Then They Were Dead. Was Rainbow Farm Another Waco? Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.norml.org...tm_view=medical '> Washington State Medical Marijuana Source: Norml Description: Summary of Keywords: , , , , [/list]http://www.wamm.org/ '> Wo/Men's Alliance for Medical Marijuana Homepage Source: WAMM Description: The site of WAMM, pioneers in medical marijuana caregiving and compassion [b]Keywords: Resource , Activist , Medical Marijuana , Medical Marijuana Cultivation , Medical Marijuana Studies [/LIST]

Great resources, Digit!!

Here's some medical/research related links containing a ton of information about the
medicinal uses of marijuana:

http://forum.grassci...tml#post2165773

so i refined my original persuasive essay into a college research paper that i turned into my english professor who then turned it over to some board of committee members im not sure.. anyways this is it. sorry if the amount of text is obnoxious

Regulate It

The topic of drugs encompasses the everyday lifestyle of society in <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1>America</st1></st1:country-region> today. Drugs come in many forms which range from chocolate and caffeine, to the cannabis plant, all the way to powders and pills. All illegal drugs today were once legal, and almost any legal drug can still be harmful if not used in a regulated amount. (Marijuana) In effect, if marijuana were to become a legally regulated drug, it is very improbable to cause extreme adverse effects to American society.
Marijuana has been rooted in the earth since the dawn of time. It has been as much part of our history as we have. Many ancient religions have included marijuana in rituals and beliefs. The Hindi god Shiva was said to have endowed men with marijuana for happiness. In Shintoism, cannabis was used at wedding ceremonies and was believed to bring laughter and happiness to marriage. The Buddha himself, Siddhartha Gautama, was said to have solely ingested and used hemp and hemp seed for 6 years before discovering and announcing the Eightfold Path. (Cannabis Religion)
Cannabis has thus become integrated in the lives of countless individuals throughout history and will probably be a part of human history until the end. Whether the users’ reasons are medicinal, spiritual, religious, or recreational, marijuana has been a huge aspect of humanity. Complete legalization may never be a reality, but it is important for lawmakers to acknowledge the history, and the probable continuation of its use.
In many ways, marijuana can be compared to less tabooed drugs like alcohol, tobacco, or caffeine. Caffeine is a natural ingredient and sold in various forms to give adults a heightened level of focus and alertness. However, studies have shown that caffeine causes certain problems such as: nausea, irritability, muscle spasms, and even effects on male and female fertility. Caffeine effects the heart, cholesterol, blood pressure, bone density (which is linked to a risk of fractures), and mood changes. Even despite caffeine’s link to certain cancers, it is still very much legal and consumed daily. (Caffeine) If such a product can be used for its invigorating properties, there should be little or no defense for the complete prohibition of marijuana. Studies have found that certain chemicals in chocolate “target the same brain receptor system that is targeted by marijuana.” (Positive)
Cannabis is a natural ingredient which can be consumed in various different ways, and like caffeine it can have both positive and negative effects on the body.
Alcohol is regulated, but it is still somewhat uncontrollable. Deadly, reckless driving, domestic violence, liver damage, and other adverse health risks still occur due to the consumption of alcohol anyways. The regulation of marijuana has been used to solely benefit medicinal users. Even in ancient times, cannabis was used for gastrointestinal problems, sleep disorders, headaches and even as a way to alleviate pain during childbirth. Queen Victoria was even prescribed marijuana to alleviate the pain of menstrual cramps. (Menstrual) Up until the 1800s in America, cannabis extracts were used in over-the-counter pain relievers. While trying to detect marijuana intoxication in a person, researchers discovered the use of cannabis helped reduce pressure in the eyes of glaucoma patients. Sufferers of Multiple Sclerosis have reported restful nights after smoking the plant, and muscle spasms are hindered. (Positive) <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1>Vietnam</st1></st1:country-region> veterans have reported the use of marijuana to prevent the muscle spasms which accompanied battle wounds. (Medical) Even still, medicinal marijuana card holders are not completely free to use it.
“Compared to other widely used drugs (alcohol, tobacco, opiates) a smaller percentage of cannabis users become dependent.” (Dependence) If regulations were set, users could enjoy marijuana responsibly. In an ideal world of equality, someone smoking a joint should be able to relax and rejuvenate their mind just as someone drinking a cup of coffee can do.
When used responsibly, pot can have a very positive impact on society.
There is no proven correlation between criminals and use of marijuana. It's biased to assume one causes the other because there is a definite lack of hard data. Quite contrary to this, are the speculations considering marijuana as a way to reduce violent crime and aggressive behavior in individuals. In fact, studies show that the subject users were far less inclined towards aggression. (Cannabis and Aggression)
Consider a coffee house in <st1:city w:st="on"><st1>Amsterdam. </st1></st1:city>The Dutch government allows controlled marijuana use in appropriate locations. At certain coffee shops, paying costumers can purchase weed along with a selection of food and beverages. If it is allowed in the shop, said consumer can then enjoy smoking marijuana or responsibly ingesting "space cakes" (to say to use it responsibly is a disclaimer because they are incredibly potent and the Dutch government is frustrated with people inadvertently getting too high from space cakes). The atmosphere is friendly; the customers vary in ages and culture. Strangers usually bond over a similar passion and partake in a stimulating conversation. There is a certain morality to this activity when compared to the real worldly dangers such as terrorism or pedophiles that haunt us.
Marijuana use is a lifestyle and a subculture in itself. The Woodstock Music and Art Festival originally held in 1969 was a 3 day festival where half a million people gathered in <st1:state w:st="on"><st1>New York</st1></st1:state>. The numerous attendants were generally believed to be using marijuana. One man accounted an experience of smoking weed with the local cops who were there as concert security. (Marijuana) Despite minor bad behavior of some, it was an overall peaceful, life-changing experience for almost every attendee. <st1:city w:st="on"><st1>Woodstock</st1></st1:city> veterans reminisce on the feeling of harmony which stayed intact during the whole event. Overall, the use marijuana created a relaxed atmosphere in which all patrons could enjoy together.(Woodstock) This historic event has spawned similar festivals such as the Woodstock Film Festival, which is held in the same area of <st1:state w:st="on"><st1></st1></st1:state><st1:state w:st="on"><st1>New York</st1></st1:state> as the original Woodstock Festival was. Many particiate in this occasion.<st1:city w:st="on"><st1></st1></st1:city> “Everyone is out and about to soak up the atmosphere, experience the vibe and meet people.” (Werthamer) Many attribute the use of cannabis with how much of an influence the festival has been since its conception.
Marijuana has either spawned or had a huge impact on different genres of music like jazz, rock, acid rock, hip hop and. There are a plethora of marijuana users in the entertainment industry like Woody Harrelson, Jack Black, Dennis Hopper, Drew Barrymore, and the marijuana-based acting of Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong who have both received awards for their work. All around the world there are competitions celebrating different strains of cannabis; published books which advocate marijuana legalization and even cook books experimenting with the smooth taste marijuana gives certain recipes. To try and entirely eradicate this culture would be a loss to society and the arts.

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http://forum.grassci...uana-links.html
^ another handful of useful links in a similar activism for medicine thread here at GC.

wow some great info on this thread will it ever happen, not before we all die from alcohol poisoning

I started a Yahoo Groups list to serve as a cache of information for people researching legalization for the purpose of writing (reports, letters, thesis', anything). It's got some interesting links on it, such as graphics for these written reports, as well as other helpful links and files (news articles, etc.). It's a small and quiet list, as it is for resource use, but anyone can post and add files.

To subscribe and check it out, or to leave your links or contribute to the files, just send an e-mail to: subscribe-nomoproh@yahoogroups.com. Even if you don't wish to subscribe, it'd be great if you'd do so just long enough to deposit some valuable information that would help someone doing research. Then you can unsubscribe.

It's all about getting the word out.